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226. Midweek Mini: Chase Sapphire Preferred "Refresh" — Our HONEST 🌶️ Takes

The Chase Sapphire Preferred just got one of its biggest updates in years, and we're breaking down everything you need to know. In this episode, we take an honest look at the latest changes covering the wins, the losses, and the changes that have sparked strong reactions throughout the points and miles community. We discuss the new travel benefits, updated credits, and enhanced travel protections, while also tackling the biggest headline: the devaluation of Hyatt transfers from a 1:1 ratio to 4:3. We share our personal thoughts on what these changes mean for everyday travelers, whether the cards still deserve a place in your wallet, and the strategies we're using to maximize value going forward. If you're a Chase cardholder—or considering becoming one—this episode will help you understand what's changed and how to adapt your points strategy moving forward. Mentioned in this Episode: Chase Sapphire Preferred Referral- Mary Ellen [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19x/PL2I0FMMFH] Chase Sapphire Preferred Referral- Joanna [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19x/L3FMJJUH15] Bilt Palladium Referral [https://www.bilt.com/card?invite=9HHKJ9DV] Comfrt.com [http://Comfrt.com] 15% OFF [https://comfrt.com/?snowball=WonderlandOnPoints] Find Us On Online: Girl's Trip Interest Form (April 7-10, 2027) [https://forms.gle/HoipxbMkqpZyKEPW7] Summer Road Trip Submissions ARE BACK! [https://forms.gle/QVx2yQtsMTuXvzRQ6] Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel Newsletter [https://travel.yahoo.com/newsletters/y-wonder/y-wonder-subscribe/] Mary Ellen [https://www.instagram.com/familytravel4thewin/] | Jo [https://www.instagram.com/joanna_gammon] Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1801098990392968/] Affiliate Links: Relief Band - Use code WONDERLAND for 25% off! [https://reliefband.com/collections/reliefband] Chase Ink Referral -Mary Ellen [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21g/H0AM15U2UT] Chase Ink Referral -Jo [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21g/VGICLUO5IC] Southwest Elevated Referrals [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/226y/26U2CB7VUJ] Cardpointers [https://cardpointers.com/wonderlandonpoints] Halara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off) [https://www.halara.com/] Our Favorite Credit Cards [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/our-favorite-credit-cards] Our Favorite Travel Necessities [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/travel-necessities] We receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

225. Dreams Playa Mujeres on Points: A Family All-Inclusive Review

This week, we sit down with travel creator and points enthusiast Maggie Tinsley [https://www.instagram.com/the_traveling_tinsleys/]to talk about how she uses points, strategic planning, and smart budgeting to make incredible family vacations a reality. We dive into her recent stay at Dreams Playa Mujeres, one of Hyatt's most popular family-friendly all-inclusive resorts, discussing what it cost, how she booked it, and whether it's still worth the points. Along the way, we explore everything from gift card strategies and travel budgeting to kid-friendly resort amenities, restaurant reservations, and upcoming bucket-list adventures to Bora Bora, Alaska, and Japan. If you've ever wondered how to make luxury family travel more affordable, this episode is full of practical tips, inspiration, and real-world strategies you can use on your own travels. Mentioned in this Episode: Relief Band - Use code WONDERLAND for 25% off! [https://reliefband.com/collections/reliefband] Chase Sapphire Preferred Referral- Mary Ellen [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19x/PL2I0FMMFH] Chase Sapphire Preferred Referral- Joanna [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19x/L3FMJJUH15] Southwest Elevated Referrals [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/226y/26U2CB7VUJ] Find Us On Online: Girl's Trip Interest Form (April 7-10, 2027) [https://forms.gle/HoipxbMkqpZyKEPW7] Summer Road Trip Submissions ARE BACK! [https://forms.gle/QVx2yQtsMTuXvzRQ6] Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel Newsletter [https://travel.yahoo.com/newsletters/y-wonder/y-wonder-subscribe/] Wonderland on Points Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@WonderlandonPointsPodcast] Mary Ellen [https://www.instagram.com/familytravel4thewin/] | Jo [https://www.instagram.com/joanna_gammon] Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1801098990392968/] Affiliate Links: Chase Ink Referral -Mary Ellen (100,000 points for $8000 spend) [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21g/H0AM15U2UT] Chase Ink Referral -Jo (100,000 points for $8000 spend) [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21g/VGICLUO5IC] Seats.Aero [https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101622689-17072392] Cardpointers [https://cardpointers.com/wonderlandonpoints] Halara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off) [https://www.halara.com/] Our Favorite Credit Cards [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/our-favorite-credit-cards] Our Favorite Travel Necessities [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/travel-necessities] We receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

224. Midweek Mini: How We Use Chase Ink Business Cards to Supercharge Our Points Strategy- And Now They Have Their HIGHEST OFFER EVER!

A quick note before you listen: We recorded this episode before Chase increased the welcome offers on the Chase Ink Business cards. The offers discussed in the episode are now even better, with eligible applicants currently able to earn 100,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points after $8,000 in spending on select Chase Ink cards. In this episode, we share why the Chase Ink Business cards are some of our favorite tools for earning travel rewards. We discuss who may qualify for a business card, the differences between the Chase Ink Cash and Chase Ink Unlimited, and how we use everyday business expenses to earn valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points. We also cover application rules, bonus eligibility, and simple strategies for maximizing points without paying an annual fee. If you've been curious about adding business cards to your points and miles strategy, this episode is a great place to start. Mentioned in this Episode: Comfrt.com [http://Comfrt.com] 15% OFF [https://comfrt.com/?snowball=WonderlandOnPoints] Chase Ink Referral -Mary Ellen (100,000 points for $8000 spend) [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21g/H0AM15U2UT] Chase Ink Referral -Jo (100,000 points for $8000 spend) [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21g/VGICLUO5IC] Find Us On Online: Girl's Trip Interest Form (April 7-10, 2027) [https://forms.gle/HoipxbMkqpZyKEPW7] Summer Road Trip Submissions ARE BACK! [https://forms.gle/QVx2yQtsMTuXvzRQ6] Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel Newsletter [https://travel.yahoo.com/newsletters/y-wonder/y-wonder-subscribe/] Wonderland on Points Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@WonderlandonPointsPodcast] Mary Ellen [https://www.instagram.com/familytravel4thewin/] | Jo [https://www.instagram.com/joanna_gammon] Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1801098990392968/] Affiliate Links: Relief Band - Use code WONDERLAND for 20% off! [https://reliefband.com/collections/reliefband] Seats.Aero [https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101622689-17072392] Cardpointers [https://cardpointers.com/wonderlandonpoints] Halara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off) [https://www.halara.com/] Our Favorite Credit Cards [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/our-favorite-credit-cards] Our Favorite Travel Necessities [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/travel-necessities] We receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

223. This Tool Rebooks Your Flights for You When the Price Drops and Puts Cash (AND POINTS) Back in Your Pocket: Inside Autopilot with CEO Sam Hollander

What if you never had to manually check whether the price of your flight or hotel dropped after booking? In this episode, we sit down with Sam Hollander [https://x.com/SamHollander_], founder of Autopilot, to discuss how his platform is helping travelers save money by automatically monitoring reservations and identifying opportunities for refunds, travel credits, and lower prices. For anyone who loves points, miles, and maximizing travel value, this technology could be a game changer. Sam walks us through how Autopilot works, which airlines and hotel programs are currently supported, and what's coming next—including Southwest integration, international bookings, upgrade tracking, and more. We also discuss security, award travel support, and how automation can help busy travelers avoid leaving money on the table. Whether you're booking with cash, points, or a mix of both, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you get more value from every trip. Mentioned in this Episode: Try out Autopilot here [https://www.withautopilot.com/?partner=WONDERLAND] Cardpointers [https://cardpointers.com/wonderlandonpoints] Email Sam at Sam@WithAutopilot.com Find Us On Online: Girl's Trip Interest Form (April 7-10, 2027) [https://forms.gle/HoipxbMkqpZyKEPW7] Summer Road Trip Submissions ARE BACK! [https://forms.gle/QVx2yQtsMTuXvzRQ6] Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel Newsletter [https://travel.yahoo.com/newsletters/y-wonder/y-wonder-subscribe/] Wonderland on Points Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@WonderlandonPointsPodcast] Mary Ellen [https://www.instagram.com/familytravel4thewin/] | Jo [https://www.instagram.com/joanna_gammon] Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1801098990392968/] Affiliate Links: Rakuten- Mary Ellen (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS) [https://www.rakuten.com/r/MARYEL622?eeid=44971] Rakuten- Joanna (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS) [https://www.rakuten.com/r/JOANNA21472?eeid=44749] Comfrt.com [http://Comfrt.com] 15% OFF [https://comfrt.com/?snowball=WonderlandOnPoints] Seats.Aero [https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101622689-17072392] Cardpointers [https://cardpointers.com/wonderlandonpoints] Halara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off) [https://www.halara.com/] Our Favorite Credit Cards [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/our-favorite-credit-cards] Our Favorite Travel Necessities [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/travel-necessities] We receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

222. Midweek Mini: AA Changes, Alaska Fee Hikes + Personal Bilt Palladium Update

In this week's Midweek Mini, we cover several important developments in the points and miles world, including American Airlines' quiet change to partner award bookings, Alaska Airlines' increased partner booking fees, and what these updates mean for travelers. We also discuss the Bilt Palladium card, strategies for maximizing transfer bonuses and monthly credits, recent news involving Qantas and American Express Membership Rewards, and why we're keeping a close eye on Rove Miles. Plus, we share tips for budgeting with gift cards, stacking grocery rewards, and using tools like Instacart to stretch your spending even further. Mentioned in this Episode: Comfrt.com [http://Comfrt.com] 15% OFF [https://comfrt.com/?snowball=WonderlandOnPoints] Bilt Credit Card Referrals [https://www.bilt.com/card?invite=9HHKJ9DV] Chase Ink Referral -Mary Ellen [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21f/F71W2W282S] Chase Ink Referral -Jo [https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21f/5AFDOYIPBW] Find Us On Online: Girl's Trip Interest Form (April 7-10, 2027) [https://forms.gle/HoipxbMkqpZyKEPW7] Summer Road Trip Submissions ARE BACK! [https://forms.gle/QVx2yQtsMTuXvzRQ6] Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel Newsletter [https://travel.yahoo.com/newsletters/y-wonder/y-wonder-subscribe/] Wonderland on Points Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@WonderlandonPointsPodcast] Mary Ellen [https://www.instagram.com/familytravel4thewin/] | Jo [https://www.instagram.com/joanna_gammon] Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1801098990392968/] Affiliate Links: Relief Band - Use code WONDERLAND for 20% off! [https://reliefband.com/collections/reliefband] Seats.Aero [https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101622689-17072392] Cardpointers [https://cardpointers.com/wonderlandonpoints] Halara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off) [https://www.halara.com/] Our Favorite Credit Cards [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/our-favorite-credit-cards] Our Favorite Travel Necessities [https://wonderlandonpoints.com/travel-necessities] We receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!